Yearly Archives: 2020

FDA Authorizes First Test for Patient At-Home Sample Collection

"Throughout this pandemic, we have been facilitating test development to ensure patients access to accurate diagnostics, which includes supporting the development of reliable and accurate at-home sample collection options," said FDA Commissioner Stephen M. Hahn, M.D.

Avamere Transitional Care & Rehabilitation – Brighton Opens a Dedicated COVID-19 United

The 50-bed unit at Avamere Transitional Care & Rehabilitation provides a dedicated place for individuals to transition from hospital to home while recovering from the virus, following the recommended 14-day quarantine by the CDC.

FDA Grants NEXUS Aortic Arch Stent Graft System Breakthrough Designation

The designation of NEXUSTM Aortic Arch Stent Graft System as a breakthrough device acknowledges the unmet need in this patient population and the potential for improvements over current standard treatments.

John Murphy PhD Appointed GTX Medical BV Chief Technology Officer

John Murphy PhD joins the company with over twenty years of experience in Class I, II, and III medical devices and implantables and has been instrumental in bringing numerous new devices to commercialization.

Precision Spine Launches Reform MC (Midline Cortical) System

Precision Spine notes the Reform MC system is a top-loading, multiple components, posterior spinal fixation system which consists of cannulated pedicle screws, straight and lordotic rods, and locking cap screws. Components are available in a variety of sizes to closely match patient anatomy.